My wife, 17 month year old son and I stay at Le Royal Meridien for 5 nights in Jan 2012. The 5 days prior were spent at the Atlantis Palm. I'm so glad we split the holiday up, as the disappointment with the Atlantis was very quickly made up with a wonderful stay at Le Royal Meridien.
As soon as we arrived my wife and I felt that this hotel is "more like us". Welcoming staff, and a very personal check in. We were walk around to the Tower reception where we were given a free upgrade to a tower room. As we were shown to the room we were a little disappointed with the view as we over looked the building site of a new hotel next door. However this was the only fault to the room. We did however ask if we could see if there was a room with a better view. We were show to our original room (a deluxe room), and although the view was better as it over looked the pools, the room itself lacked the quality of the Tower. We therefore decided to stay and put up with the view, which didn't effect the stay at all.
From then on the stay was amazing. Great pools, especially for our young son. Lovely grounds, and nice stretch of beach. The restaurants were also amazing too. For Breakfast, the Fusion Restaurant (Asian) was place of choice, and also did an amazing dinner. However the Maya Restaurant (Mexican) was the best restaurant we ate at in the whole of Dubai - and we went everywhere. Neither my wife or I actually like mexican but the food was incredible.
This hotel caters for everyone. There were lots of activities for children but was large enough not to notice them, so perfect for couples too.
If we were to go back to Dubai (which would be unlikely), we would certainly stay here again.
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14 February 2012
Dear Guest,
Thank you for taking the time to write a review and to include some truly wonderful professional photos.
Having chosen to stay with us for your second week in Dubai, we were delighted to hear that you, your wife and son really enjoyed your stay and that you found our team to be welcoming and accommodating whilst providing a truly personal service.
With regards to the view from your room, you will be pleased to hear that we are nearing the end of the building extension of the neighboring hotel, so this challenge will cease shortly.
We were also happy to hear that you enjoyed the grounds and pools with in the resort and were able to experience a number of our dining options. We were really pleased to hear that although you are both not a fan of Mexican food, we managed to change your mind after your dinner in Maya by Richard Sandoval.
Thank you once again and whilst you are not intending to return to Dubai, if you do it would be a pleasure to welcome you back.
Kind regards
Pam Wilby
General Manager
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